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Harbor Shores
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
182
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.7
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
5.0
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
5.0
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
5.0
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
5.0
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Course Highlights
Harbor Shores delivers immaculate conditions and a memorable layout with breathtaking views and uniquely designed greens that consistently impress visitors. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong overall ratings across conditions, amenities, and layout make this a must-play Michigan destination.
About
Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 71
Length 6852 yards
Slope 143
Rating 74.7
Harbor Shores boasts a Jack Nicklaus Signature layout that plays through a stunning landscape of forest and wetlands. The golf course tumbles across hills and ravines blanketed with hardwood trees, providing a round that is as scenic as it is challenging. Thanks to the massive white sand dunes that edge along the water, the course has a truly links feel. When combined with the trees and natural water hazards provided by the landscape, the golf course becomes a truly formidable test. The seaside location also guarantees that some holes will be played into the prevailing wind. The trio of holes from the seventh through the ninth plays along the water and offer scenic views of Lake Michigan. There are 10 holes that border the Paw Paw River, Ox Creek, and their surrounding marshland.
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 71 | 6852 yards | 74.7 | 143 |
| Grey | 71 | 6246 yards | 70.8 | 137 |
| White | 71 | 5740 yards | 69.1 | 133 |
| Blue | 71 | 4917 yards | 69.4 | 123 |
Scorecard for Harbor Shores Resort
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.6/146 | 420 | 169 | 318 | 201 | 566 | 420 | 430 | 381 | 560 | 3465 | 530 | 137 | 409 | 192 | 438 | 537 | 418 | 190 | 418 | 3269 | 6734 |
| Black/Gold M: 72.2/142 | 420 | 141 | 318 | 158 | 530 | 420 | 396 | 381 | 560 | 3324 | 530 | 137 | 378 | 167 | 408 | 537 | 380 | 190 | 418 | 3145 | 6469 |
| Gold M: 70.9/139 | 385 | 141 | 305 | 158 | 530 | 389 | 396 | 364 | 530 | 3198 | 475 | 122 | 378 | 167 | 408 | 487 | 380 | 154 | 390 | 2961 | 6159 |
| Gold/White M: 69.6/135 | 369 | 117 | 305 | 158 | 530 | 364 | 295 | 364 | 530 | 3032 | 475 | 122 | 364 | 167 | 394 | 487 | 352 | 137 | 390 | 2888 | 5920 |
| White M: 67.9/131 W: 74.2/143 | 369 | 117 | 288 | 132 | 512 | 364 | 295 | 337 | 522 | 2936 | 423 | 109 | 364 | 154 | 394 | 446 | 352 | 137 | 331 | 2710 | 5646 |
| White/Blue M: 66.7/124 W: 71.5/136 | 307 | 117 | 288 | 109 | 444 | 296 | 295 | 337 | 460 | 2653 | 423 | 109 | 315 | 154 | 349 | 446 | 290 | 137 | 331 | 2554 | 5207 |
| Blue M: 65.0/117 W: 69.3/127 | 307 | 93 | 251 | 109 | 444 | 296 | 276 | 272 | 460 | 2508 | 389 | 89 | 315 | 126 | 349 | 392 | 290 | 108 | 276 | 2334 | 4842 |
| Handicap | 11 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 10 |
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Course Details
Year Built 2010
Architect Jack Nicklaus (2010)
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Food & Beverage
RestaurantAvailable Facilities
Clubhouse, Banquet FacilitiesAccolades
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Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Layout in the U.S. (2023 #21)
Reviews
4.8
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by GolfLegend4 on 11/08/2025
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Photo submitted by GolfLegend4 on 11/08/2025
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Photo submitted by GolfLegend4 on 11/08/2025
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Photo submitted by GolfLegend4 on 11/08/2025
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Photo submitted by GolfLegend4 on 11/08/2025
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Photo submitted by ethentilley on 06/28/2025
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Photo submitted by ethentilley on 06/28/2025
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Photo submitted by ethentilley on 11/17/2024
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Photo submitted by ethentilley on 11/17/2024
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Photo submitted by ethentilley on 11/17/2024
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Photo submitted by ethentilley on 11/17/2024
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Sand Bluff Tee Box Photo submitted by dinman24 on 04/24/2024
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Island Tee Box Photo submitted by dinman24 on 04/24/2024
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Photo submitted by Allen1106219 on 07/11/2023
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Photo submitted by u169679865 on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by SmBroncoSpartan1 on 05/17/2022
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Photo submitted by SmBroncoSpartan1 on 05/10/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162327528 on 11/09/2021
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Photo submitted by u314162327528 on 11/09/2021
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Photo submitted by u314162327528 on 11/09/2021
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#3 - Par-4 Photo submitted by BryanTweed16 on 08/02/2020
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#7 - Par-4 Photo submitted by BryanTweed16 on 08/02/2020
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#5 - Par-5 (Approach) Photo submitted by BryanTweed16 on 08/02/2020
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#10 - Par-5 Photo submitted by BryanTweed16 on 08/02/2020
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#11 - Par-3 Photo submitted by BryanTweed16 on 08/02/2020
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#18 - Par-4 Photo submitted by BryanTweed16 on 08/02/2020
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Photo submitted by RLWilson811 on 07/15/2020
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#7 Tee Photo submitted by DrOldSchool on 04/25/2019
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#8 Tee Photo submitted by DrOldSchool on 04/25/2019
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Photo submitted by DrOldSchool on 04/25/2019
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#7 Signature Hole Photo submitted by mriemer01 on 07/04/2017
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Photo submitted by jefballard on 09/18/2014
I Recommend This Course
This course is one of the best in the area
Former SPGA course plays with tough challenges. Beautiful layout and extremely well maintained. Amenities include a pristine driving range, separate chipping and putting greens. Golf carts are top of the line that features screen with hole layouts ranges to the hole, locations of other carts which is huge for those blind holes, usb for charging your phone and Bluetooth speakers to play some music. You will not find a nicer course!!!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Such A Special Course
Beautiful course with a great balance of challenging holes. Truly special place, can’t wait to return!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Challenging
This is a great course. The only downside was the greens were just aerated.
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On 08/24/2024
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Jack should be ashamed
Holes 6 and 7 are two of the worst holes I have ever played in my life.
Overall the greens were tricked up and there are too many blind shots.
Ravines down the road is a much better value.
Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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